Sony/ATV signs Zak Abel

Sony/ATV has signed rising British popstar Zak Abel to a worldwide publishing deal. He is already signed to Warner’s Atlantic label on the recordings side, which will put out his debut album ‘Only When We’re Naked’ later this year.

Abel has already released a number of singles and EPs, and guested on an assortment of other people’s tracks, having originally come to wider attention via his collaboration with Gorgon City on their 2014 hit ‘Unmissable’.

Confirming the publishing deal, Sony/ATV’s UK Head Of A&R David Ventura told reporters: “Zak’s music is incredible. He is truly an extraordinary talent. I can’t wait for the world to discover him, as he is without a doubt an international songwriter and artist”.

Abel himself added: “I feel truly humbled to be part of the Sony/ATV family. They are the home to so many amazing songwriters that I admire. I want to be up there with the best and I know Sony/ATV will help me get there”.